Freshwater farm plans to enhance sustainability of New Zealand wine
A new project will create an industry specific tool for New Zealand winegrowers to help them develop a customised freshwater farm plan for their vineyard or property.
A new project will create an industry specific tool for New Zealand winegrowers to help them develop a customised freshwater farm plan for their vineyard or property.
Nepenthe has become the second winery in the Adelaide Hills to achieve ‘B Corp’ certification, an international accreditation that measures the impact of a company’s environmental and social performance. Adelaide Hills Wine Region president Alex Trescowthick said this is reflective of the region’s sustainability progress, with the number of Adelaide Hills Sustainable Winegrowing Australia (SWA) members to achieve SWA certification tripling from 14% in 2021/22 to 48% in 2022/23.
Wine Australia returned to Germany this week for the world’s biggest trade fair for the wine and spirits industry ProWein Düsseldorf, bringing 70 Australian winery representatives and a diverse line-up of more than 350 wines.
Tumbarumba vignerons are preparing to put their feet up for a breather as the 2024 vintage is all but complete. Stuart Barclay, president of the Tumbarumba Vignerons Association, said that most growers have finished their harvest.
International wine and spirits trade exhibition Vinexpo is set to return to Hong Kong this year, with 10,000 trade visitors expected to attend. The event will take place from 28 to 30 May, and will explore every type of on-trend product in the wine and spirits industry, highlighting developments across the globe from no and low alcohol offerings to the increasing popularity of organic and biodynamic wines in Asia
The Chinese Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) has released an “interim decision” during its review of tariffs on Australian wine, with the draft outcome proposing a removal of the duties. As the Australian wine industry holds its breath until the end of March, industry leaders say they are optimistic yet remaining cautious.
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Passito has roots in ancient traditions in Europe and, like many ancient traditions, is over-ripe for innovation in Australian winemaking. Journalist Harrison Davies looked at producers in Australia who are using new techniques to craft this ancient beverage.
Conversations about winegrape sustainability in rising temperatures are becoming more prevalent each year – chiefly among winemakers who want to grow grapes using lower intervention techniques and less water.
Smallfry Wines is a partnership in business and life between Suzi Hilder and Wayne Ahrens. Viticulturists bitten by the winemaking bug, the couple acquired a farm in the Barossa Valley which contained an assortment of unidentified varieties including, as they would eventually learn, Trousseau.
Following a recent taste-off between Australian and New Zealand Pinot Noirs retailing for between $30-$50, the Wine & Viticulture Journal is now seeking entries for
The just-released Summer issue of the Wine & Viticulture Journal incorporates the magazine’s annual focus on climate change. Viticultural consultant Richard Smart and former head
A one hectare vineyard in South Australia’s Barossa is now home to 2,000 vines from some of the regions most iconic vineyards. The vine cuttings selected originate from many of the oldest Shiraz vines in the world! The Barossa Cellar planted these cuttings in July 2020 in the hope of uniting the region, ensuring preservation of the vines and showcasing the potential of Barossa Shiraz.
Owner of Barrister’s Block Wines, Jan Siemelank-Allen, recalls the day that the Cudlee Creek bushfire destroyed her Adelaide Hills vineyard in late 2019. She outlines her losses and demonstrates the resilience needed to recover from the disaster.
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In April 2019, the Winetitles team headed to Sunraysia to gather some stories on the local grape and wine industry.
Beginning December 8th, 2023, a significant change awaits Australian winegrowers exporting to the European Union (EU). The EU is set to enforce a mandate requiring wine labels to feature nutritional and ingredient information, either directly or through QR codes known as e-labels.
Cooperages 1912 have announced the appointment of Mark Roberts as general manager, starting from July 1, 2023.
In preparation for the 2024 grape harvest, Tonnellerie d’Aquitaine are delighted to inform all winemakers that ABEVE will join their team and represent them across Australia and New Zealand.
The release of ChatGPT last November was a critical point in the evolution of AI.
With the challenges that Australian grape growers face, such as unpredictable weather patterns and an ever-changing climate, smart irrigation solutions have become increasingly important. Accurate soil moisture monitoring is essential to ensure vines receive the right amount of water for optimal growth and yield.
For wineries of all sizes, addressing environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations is not an option – it is your “ticket to ride”.